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Pastor Andy Savage Gets Standing Ovation After Admitting To Sexual Assault

The pastor said he was sorry to the victim, but that he was more sorry to God.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 10, 2018

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Pastor Andy Savage Gets Standing Ovation After Admitting To Sexual Assault

The pastor said he was sorry to the victim, but that he was more sorry to God.

By All That's Interesting • January 10, 2018

Meet Maximilian Kolbe, The Nazi-Fighting Monk Who Switched Places With A Condemned Man

When the Auschwitz guards condemned a man to die, Maximilian Kolbe took the man's place and sacrificed his own life.

By John Kuroski • Jan 7, 2018

Meet Maximilian Kolbe, The Nazi-Fighting Monk Who Switched Places With A Condemned Man

When the Auschwitz guards condemned a man to die, Maximilian Kolbe took the man's place and sacrificed his own life.

By John Kuroski • January 7, 2018

Inside The Weird World Of “Purity” Ceremonies – Where Girls Pledge Virginity To Their Dads

White ball gowns, updos, fancy dinners, and father-daughter dances – all these things typically bring to mind a wedding, but that’s not the only place you might encounter them. They are also common fixtures at Purity Balls, a formal gala young women attend with their fathers that is intended to...

By Aimee Lamoureux • Jan 5, 2018

Inside The Weird World Of “Purity” Ceremonies – Where Girls Pledge Virginity To Their Dads

White ball gowns, updos, fancy dinners, and father-daughter dances – all these things typically bring to mind a wedding, but that’s not the only place you might encounter them. They are also common fixtures at Purity Balls, a formal gala young women attend with their fathers that is intended to...

By Aimee Lamoureux • January 5, 2018

This Man Literally Sued God And Actually Got His Day In Court

Ernie Chambers was sick and tired of God's role in causing "widespread death, destruction and terrorization of millions upon millions of the Earth's inhabitants." So he sought a legal injunction.

By John Kuroski • Jan 3, 2018

This Man Literally Sued God And Actually Got His Day In Court

Ernie Chambers was sick and tired of God's role in causing "widespread death, destruction and terrorization of millions upon millions of the Earth's inhabitants." So he sought a legal injunction.

By John Kuroski • January 3, 2018

The Origin Of The Term ‘Devil’s Advocate’ Is More Literal Than You Think

The position of advocatus diaboli, or devil's advocate, existed at the Vatican for centuries.

By All That's Interesting • Jan 2, 2018

The Origin Of The Term ‘Devil’s Advocate’ Is More Literal Than You Think

The position of advocatus diaboli, or devil's advocate, existed at the Vatican for centuries.

By All That's Interesting • January 2, 2018

How Hundreds Of Kids Witnessed The “Death” Of Santa Claus After He Jumped Out Of A Plane

Lowly newspaper reporter John McPhee just wanted to surprise some kids at a Christmas parade, but actually ended up scarring them for life.

By Katie Serena • Dec 20, 2017

How Hundreds Of Kids Witnessed The “Death” Of Santa Claus After He Jumped Out Of A Plane

Lowly newspaper reporter John McPhee just wanted to surprise some kids at a Christmas parade, but actually ended up scarring them for life.

By Katie Serena • December 20, 2017

The Word ‘Thug’ Comes From A Roving Gang Of Criminals Much Worse Than Any Modern Thug

'Thug' is an oft-used derogatory term, and it turns out the Thuggees of India were actually pretty horrible people.

By All That's Interesting • Dec 8, 2017

The Word ‘Thug’ Comes From A Roving Gang Of Criminals Much Worse Than Any Modern Thug

'Thug' is an oft-used derogatory term, and it turns out the Thuggees of India were actually pretty horrible people.

By All That's Interesting • December 8, 2017

The Dark History Of Mormonism — From Child Brides To Mass Murder

Despite what you may think, Mormon history is full of scandal, violence, and lies.

By Richard Stockton • Nov 20, 2017

The Dark History Of Mormonism — From Child Brides To Mass Murder

Despite what you may think, Mormon history is full of scandal, violence, and lies.

By Richard Stockton • November 20, 2017

For Centuries, Everyone Thought Pope John VIII Was Really Pope Joan

Despite being denied by the Church, many people still believe there may have been a Pope Joan.

By Katie Serena • Oct 31, 2017

For Centuries, Everyone Thought Pope John VIII Was Really Pope Joan

Despite being denied by the Church, many people still believe there may have been a Pope Joan.

By Katie Serena • October 31, 2017

Luang Pho Daeng, The Coolest Mummy In The World

In the final seven days leading up to his death, Luang Pho Daeng stopped eating and drinking, which dehydrated his body to preserve it after his death.

By Gabe Paoletti • Oct 18, 2017

Luang Pho Daeng, The Coolest Mummy In The World

In the final seven days leading up to his death, Luang Pho Daeng stopped eating and drinking, which dehydrated his body to preserve it after his death.

By Gabe Paoletti • October 18, 2017